Four of Swords Keywords
UPRIGHT: recovery | reward | preparation | passivity | contemplation
REVERSED: lack of recognition | exhaustion | burnout | rest period is over
Four of Swords Description
The Four of Swords portrays a knight in full armor, lying in repose on a tomb, suggesting a time of rest and recuperation. His hands are positioned in prayer, indicating a need for peace and introspection. Beneath him, a single sword represents focused thought or a singular issue that requires attention, while the three swords hanging above, aimed towards his head and torso, signify challenges or conflicts that are on hold or being contemplated.
The stained-glass window depicting a woman and child adds an element of familial or personal connection, possibly representing the knight's motivations for seeking solace or the source of his contemplation. This card symbolizes a period of recovery, meditation, and the need to pause and regroup before facing impending challenges. It emphasizes the importance of taking a break to gather strength and clarity before tackling the problems represented by the swords.
NOTE: The tarot card meaning description is based on the Rider-Waite deck and Decoding The Cards